special populatuon pamphlet
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Real consequences of drug abuse.
Where to seek immediate help.
How to stay on the right path with continued support.
Goal: Educate those who are seeking help with lifestyle change.
RN – BSN Students
Miami-Dade College
BSN Program
Are you READY?
References:
Manning, R. M., & Greenwood, R. M. (2019). Recovery in Homelessness: 42(2), 147–157.
Somers, J. M., Moniruzzaman, A., & Palepu, A. (2015). 110(10), 1605–1614
Cornes, M., Manthorpe, J., Joly, L., & Ohalloran, S. (2013). 134–143
Central Intake Unit 3140 NW 76 Street Miami, FL 33147 305-694-4880
Coconut Grove Community Resource Center 3750 S. Dixie Highway Miami, FL 33133 Miami Dade College North Campus 3190 NW 116th Street Miami, FL 33167
Florida City Community Resource Center 1600 NW 6th Court Florida City, FL 33034
To make an appointment for admission into the program, call 305-758-9662
https://www.miamidade.gov/global/service.page?Mduid_service=ser1542234441253341
Inpatient & Outpatient Locations:
Where to seek help and continued support :
Volunteer groups, charitable organizations, churches, and government agencies work to improve the quality of life of homeless people with mental illness and/or substance use disorders.
Therapy and counseling
Substance abuse treatment
Safe housing options
Narcan availability is offered
Regular use of drugs, or even prescribed medications can lead to dependence, addiction, overdose and death.
Some drugs like Heroin can cause overdose and death with one dose.
Sharing needle can expose you to fatal diseases such as HIV, Hepatitis.
Routine drug use can lead to permanent brain alterations, preventing recovery.
Many of those who lack permanent housing suffer from substance abuse or mental health disorders that prevent them from finding safe living conditions.
Approximately 257,000 homeless have a chronic substance abuse issue.
38% of homeless are dependent on alcohol and 26% abuse drugs.
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